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BBC chief resigns after row over Trump documentary

Norris extends title lead in Sao Paulo, Verstappen third from pit-lane

Norris wins in Sao Paulo to extend title lead over Piastri

Man City rout Liverpool to mark Guardiola milestone, Forest boost survival bid

Man City crush Liverpool to mark Guardiola's 1,000 match

Emegha fires Strasbourg past Lille in Ligue 1

Howe takes blame for Newcastle's travel sickness

Israel confirms remains returned are officer Goldin killed in 2014 Gaza war

Pumas maul Wales as Tandy's first game in charge ends in defeat

'Predator: Badlands' conquers N. American box office

Liga leaders Real Madrid drop points in Rayo draw

Le Garrec welcomes Dupont help in training for Springboks showdown

France scrum-half Nolann Le Garrec said on Wednesday said he was grateful for the presence of injured superstar Antoine Dupont in training before this weekend's game with South Africa.

Brussels wants high-speed rail linking EU capitals by 2040

The European Commission Wednesday unveiled twin initiatives aimed at slashing transport carbon emissions across the continent -- by expanding high-speed rail links and boosting sustainable fuels for aviation and shipping.

Swiss business chiefs met Trump on tariffs: Bern

Swiss business leaders have met US President Donald Trump to draw his attention to the toll that steep tariffs are taking on their companies, Switzerland's government said Wednesday.

At least 9 dead after cargo plane crashes near Louisville airport

The death toll from a UPS cargo plane crashing in Louisville has risen to nine with more fatalities feared, Kentucky's governor said Wednesday, as search efforts continued and the airport resumed flights.

France moves to suspend Shein website as first store opens in Paris

Shein opened its first physical store worldwide in Paris under the eye of riot police, as the French government said it was suspending the Asian e-commerce giant's online platform following outrage over its sale of childlike sex dolls.

Wall Street stocks steady after positive jobs data

Wall Street stocks steadied on Wednesday after better-than-expected jobs data soothed concerns about the US economy.

Inter and AC Milan complete purchase of San Siro

Inter Milan and AC Milan moved one step closer to a new stadium of their own on Wednesday after completing the purchase of the iconic San Siro, which is set for demolition.

Swedish authorities inspect worksite conditions at steel startup Stegra

Officials from several government agencies conducted a surprise inspection of steelmaker Stegra's construction site in northern Sweden Wednesday, following questions about the finances of the low-carbon start-up, police told AFP.

Keys withdraws from WTA Finals with illness

Madison Keys has withdrawn from her WTA Finals clash against Elena Rybakina on Wednesday due to a viral illness and has been replaced in the draw by Ekaterina Alexandrova.